World Boxing Hall of Fame

The World Boxing Hall of Fame will celebrate its grand reopening and honor its 2026 Class of Inductees during the Night of Champions on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel in Rancho Cordova. The event will recognize eight accomplished figures from the sport, including former world champions Tony “Tiger” Lopez, Diego Corrales, Loreto Garza, and Willie Jorrin, along with notable contenders and champions Joey Lopes, Eduardo Lausse, Mario Savala, and Pete Ranzany. The evening runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., includes a buffet-style dinner, and offers fans a chance to celebrate the achievements and legacy of boxing greats.

KFBK’s Midday host, John McGinness says the event is a unique opportunity for boxing fans and the public alike to cheer on World Boxing’s best of the best. “It’s a great opportunity for people to see individuals who have committed themselves to boxing and to perfecting their art”. The Night of Champions not only honors the accomplishments of elite fighters but also shines a spotlight on the discipline, dedication, and perseverance required to reach the highest levels of the sport. Tickets are available through the World Boxing Hall of Fame, with general admission priced at $75 per person.

2026 Class of WBHOF Inductees

Featured Inductees

Tony “Tiger” Lopez
Former 3-Time World Champion
Super Featherweight and Lightweight Divisions
Diego Corrales
Former 3-Time World Champion
Super Featherweight and Lightweight Divisions
Loreto Garza
Former World Super Lightweight Champion
Willie Jorrin
Former World Super Bantamweight Champion
Joey Lopes
Former 1950s Top Lightweight Contender
Eduardo Lausse
Former South American Middleweight Champion
Mario Savala
Former North American Boxing Federation Flyweight Champion
Pete Ranzany
Former North American Welterweight Champion

The World Boxing Hall of Fame’s Night of Champions will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Marriott Hotel in Rancho Cordova, located near the intersection of Sunrise and Folsom boulevards.

The event will feature a buffet-style dinner and celebrate the Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees and boxing legends. General admission is $75 per person, and tickets can be purchased through the event’s online ticket portal or by visiting WBHOF.org for additional information.